When Parker Collins committed to Appalachian State over the weekend he knew finding a better connection with a coaching staff and roster of players would be difficult. So tough, in fact, that he made his verbal pledge to head coach Scott Satterfield before leaving the school's campus Sunday afternoon.

Over the last several months, Collins has seen his relationship with the Mountaineer program grow significantly and as he spent more time with members of the team his desire to become part of the ASU family got stronger.